Gemshard Dragons are small, gregarious, expressive easterns, living in large clans high in the jungle canopy. Their bodies are covered in tiny, gem-like scales that shimmer in direct light, and each dragon has a unique pattern of markings on the forked spade of its tail. Though Gemshard Easterns cannot fly, they often leap from springy branches high into the sky on sunny days and perform acrobatic spins and twirls to entertain themselves. When the weather turns foul, they pile up together on sturdy tree limbs and interlock the forks of their tails with others to keep warm and dry.

Dragons are highly-intelligent reptilian creatures that—from a human perspective, at least—appear to live forever. Many different varieties of dragon exist, each with their own unique qualities, habitats, and behavior. Adolescence in dragons is usually marked by the growth of a hatchling’s wings, although not all breeds of dragons grow wings and some breeds have other traits that indicate the beginning of maturation. In Galsreim, dragons and humans coexist peacefully.

Sugilite is an especially active, spirited little dragon, who always has something to keep himself busy. He occupies himself by springing from branch to branch in his jungle home, taking great pains to improve his acrobatics. He enjoys the attention he draws from others while he practices, so he has turned these sessions of leaping and twirling into a competitive sport. Sugilite has a very positive outlook on the world. He believes in treating all dragons, and humans alike, with kindness and fairness. That said, he tends to avoid those who have wronged him for fear of starting more conflict. If he deems someone particular as problematic, then he will all but shun them. But the stipulations for achieving that level of distrust are fairly steep. Any minor incidents are easily forgiven and more serious offenses can be worked out relatively painlessly. It takes a lot to really upset Sugilite, hence why, when he doesn't get along with someone, everyone will avoid them, too.